CAD/CAM Technology: Advanced Dental RestorationsPearl of the Digital Age

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Dental CAD/CAM technology is an innovation that combines digital design and manufacturing processes in dental practice. Unlike traditional dental restoration methods, CAD/CAM allows dentists to deliver faster, accurate, and aesthetically customized restorations. In this content, you will find comprehensive information about what dental CAD/CAM technology is, how it works, its advantages, areas of use, and other details.
 

1. What is Dental CAD/CAM ?

   Dental CAD/CAM is a technology that provides dentists with the ability to design and manufacture restorative procedures in a digital environment. This system digitally handles the design (CAD) and production (CAM) of dental restorations.
    

2. How does it work?

   • Scanning: A scanner is used to scan the tooth structure in the patient's mouth in 3D.

   • Design: The digital data obtained enables the design of dental restoration through computer programs.

   • Manufacturing: The designed restoration is produced by a special CAD/CAM unit by cutting it from blocks of material or ceramic discs.
      

3. Uses:

   • Porcelain Implants: CAD/CAM optimizes the design and manufacture of porcelain implants.

   • Porcelain Crowns and Bridges: Production of porcelain crowns and bridges quickly and accurately.

   • Inlay, Onlay and Veneer Restorations: Digital design and production of partial veneers of teeth.

   • Prostheses: CAD/CAM facilitates the production of total and partial dentures.
      

4. Differences Between Dental CAD/CAM Technology and Traditional Methods:

   • Speed and Efficiency: Faster and more efficient operations are possible with CAD/CAM.

   • Measurement Accuracy: Digital measurement gives more precise results than traditional measurements.

   • Aesthetics and Naturalness: CAD/CAM supports the design of aesthetic and natural-looking restorations.

   • Time and Cost: It requires less time and cost than traditional methods.
      

Result:

Dental CAD/CAM technology is a digital revolution that makes dental practice faster, more precise, and more patient-centric. With the increasing use of this technology, patients will have the opportunity to receive more comfortable and aesthetic dental treatments.